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Key Elements of a Comprehensive FEA Report

The document outlines the key elements of a comprehensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) report, including objectives, scope, key findings, and design criteria. It details sections on assumptions, model geometry, load cases, results, and conclusions, emphasizing the importance of validation and supporting documentation. The report serves as a structured guide for conducting and presenting FEA results effectively.

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Key Elements of a Comprehensive FEA Report

The document outlines the key elements of a comprehensive Finite Element Analysis (FEA) report, including objectives, scope, key findings, and design criteria. It details sections on assumptions, model geometry, load cases, results, and conclusions, emphasizing the importance of validation and supporting documentation. The report serves as a structured guide for conducting and presenting FEA results effectively.

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KEY ELEMENTS OF A COMPREHENSIVE

FEA REPORT

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1. SUMMARY
❑ OBJECTIVE & PURPOSE OF ANALYSIS
o Why was FEA conducted
o What problem was addressed

❑ SCOPE OF ANALYSIS
o Model Description
o Analysis Type
o Summarize the loadings and boundary conditions

❑ KEY FINDINGS
o Summary of results
o Compare results to relevant design criteria
o Conclusions

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2. REFERENCES
❑ CODES & STANDARDS
o Include relevant design codes & standards

❑ REFERENCE DRAWINGS
o Cite the drawings used to generate the FEA model

❑ TEXT BOOKS / TECHNICAL PAPERS


o List any text book or technical paper consulted

❑ MATERIAL DATA
o Cite sources for material properties

❑ CLIENT-SUPPLIED INFORMATION
o Reference all data supplied by the client

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3. ASSUMPTIONS
❑ GEOMETRICAL ASSUMPTIONS
o Assumptions made to simplify the of model

❑ ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
o Assumptions about temperatures, pressures or environmental conditions

❑ LOADING
o Assumptions on application of loads

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4. MODEL GEOMETRY
❑ 3D CAD MODEL
o Brief overview on components being analyzed
o Coordinate system
o Cite corrosion allowance / tolerances considered
o List key components included in the model
o Note all modifications made from original design
o How was geometry represented (Solid, Shell, Beam elements)
o Include images showing all critical dimensions

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4. MODEL GEOMETRY
❑ FEA MODEL
o Cite what type of elements were used
o Cite the global mesh size
o Specify if and where additional refinement was applied
o Specify the number of elements, nodes, and degrees of freedom of the model

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4. MODEL GEOMETRY
❑ BOUNDARY CONDITIONS
o Describe the boundary conditions used (Fixed, sliding, symmetry etc.)
o Specify any special elements used (Bolt connectors / Springs / Pins)
o Specify the contact conditions used (Bonded, sliding)
o Include images showing the location of supports / contact conditions

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5. DESIGN CRITERIA
❑ DESIGN CONDITIONS
o Define the design pressures, temperatures and any other design conditions

❑ STRENGTH & STRESS LIMITS


o Specify the allowable stress limits
o Specify the material properties

❑ FAILURE CRITERIA
o Define the stress and stain limits
o Specify the critical buckling load factor
o Cite the maximum stress limit for the fatigue life

o Use tables to summarizes the data

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6. LOAD CASES ANALYSED
❑ TABLE OF LOAD CASES
o Provide a brief description of each load case with a a unique identifier
o Include the magnitude, distribution of each load
o Describe how different loads are combined
o Mention any load factors used according to design standard used

❑ FIGURES AND DIAGRAMS


o Include diagrams representing the load cases
o Show the location, direction and magnitude of the loads applied
o Use different colors to differentiate between loads

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7. RESULTS
❑ FOR EACH LOAD CASE/COMBINATION
o Provide a brief summary of the results, focusing on the area of interest
o Show Temperature distribution plot
o Compare the results to the design criteria
o Present the critical buckling mode shapes
o Show the cumulative damaged due to cyclic loading
o Cite the natural frequencies

❑ PLOTS
o Provide contour plots for stresses and displacements
o Plot should be clearly labeled with units and scales
o Show deformed displacement plot

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8. CONCLUSION
❑ SUMMARY OF ANALYSIS RESULTS
o Provide a brief overview of the simulation outcomes.
o Highlight if the design meets the required code requirements / safety factors
o Emphasize if the objectives of the FEA were met

❑ CRITICAL FINDINGS
o Summarize any areas of concern, such as high stress or deformation regions.
o Note if any material weaknesses or unexpected behaviors were detected.

❑ DESIGN SUITABILITY
o State whether the current design is suitable for intended use.
o Confirm if any major modifications are required.

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9. APPENDICES
❑ VALIDATION INFORMATION
o Verification of model accuracy and validation tests conducted.
o Comparison with analytical solutions or experimental results.

❑ SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
o Copies of key technical references or documents that informed the analysis.
o Copies of additional information supplied, which is applicable.

❑ ADDITIONAL CALCULATIONS / ANALYSIS


o Include any calculations done applicable to the analysis.
o Include the results of additional analyses done

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